Latest News – The Horse
UK Equine Farm and Facilities Expo to be Held June 2
The event will feature presentations on footing, pasture weed management, landscape decisions on horse farms, and more.
Why Does a Horse Bite?
Researchers have developed a list of reasons a horse might bite. Learn the causes and how to train a horse not to nip.
Conference to Explore ‘Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges’
The 2015 International Equitation Science Conference will focus on promoting ethical equitation for all disciplines.
Feds Seize Crundwell Horse Show Awards, Trophies
Rita Crundwell must surrender her horse show awards, trophies, and other items to satisfy a restitution agreement.
UKVDL Part of Larger Animal Health Monitoring Network
The Veterinary Diagnostic Lab is in-the-know on animal diseases, including equine ones, around the state and country.
Study: Dams Shape Foals’ Relationships With Humans
A good relationship with the dam is an easy way to promote positive interactions between foals and humans.
Secret Profit-Taking: The Truth about Horse Sale Commissions
That’s the Way the Industry Works Ð But Is It Legal? Undisclosed profit-taking by trainers facilitating horse sales and purchases is a widespread practice touching
The Equine Genetic Toolbox
Genetic testing reveals differences in an individual’s DNA that result in traits from coat color to muscle function.
McCue, Squires Publish Equine Embryo Transfer Manual
The manual is based on basic science, research, and clinical experience from a commercial embryo transfer program.
Shooting Ruled Out in Miniature Horse Death
A Miniature Horse found dead in a pond in Boaz, Alabama, was neither shot nor skinned, according to necropsy results.
FBI Offers Reward in Horse Carriage Arson Case
The FBI is seeking those responsible for a fire that destroyed 13 horse carriages belonging to the Noble Horse Theatre.
Skin Issues That Affect Saddle Fit
Some sores, injuries, and infections can make saddling a painful process for your horse. Here’s what to watch for.
Poll Recap: Trees Toxic to Horses
Of the 673 respondents, 201 (30%) said they are most concerned about red maple trees.
Ensure Horses are Vaccinated Against EEE, WNV, and Rabies
Timely vaccination has been shown to decrease disease incidence drastically.
EHV-1 Reported in California, Virginia
The California horse is recovering, while the Virginia horse was euthanized.
VS Confirmed in Reeves County, Texas, Horses
Earlier this month three horses in Pecos County, Texas, tested positive for vesicular stomatitis (VS), as well.
